stick-in-the-mud
Meaning: Someone who is seen as never wanting to take part in fun activities.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Nature
Origin: The expression stick-in-the-mud is derogatory. It is usually said to taunt someone who is less daring, less spontaneous, or more conservative than others. It suggests the slow or sluggish movement of something stuck in mud.
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